Schaller humimeter FS2 Operating Manual

Schaller humimeter FS2 Operating Manual

Grain moisture meter
Hide thumbs Also See for humimeter FS2:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Moisture meter
Operating Manual
humimeter FS2
Grain moisture meter
78,0 °F | 6,16 % | 456 kg/m
| -27,3 td | 0,64 aw | 51,9 %r.H. | 14,8 % abs | 100,4 g/m
| 09 m/s | 4,90 Ugl | 1
3
2
Always read this operating manual before using the humimeter FS2!
Version 3.0

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the humimeter FS2 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Summary of Contents for Schaller humimeter FS2

  • Page 1 78,0 °F | 6,16 % | 456 kg/m | -27,3 td | 0,64 aw | 51,9 %r.H. | 14,8 % abs | 100,4 g/m | 09 m/s | 4,90 Ugl | 1 Always read this operating manual before using the humimeter FS2! Version 3.0...
  • Page 2: Your Humimeter Fs2 At A Glance

    FS2 Operating Manual Your humimeter FS2 at a glance The main unit Name Auxiliary plate for filling Measuring chamber Display Keypad Rubber protection cover Page 2...
  • Page 3: Rear Of The Main Unit

    Rear of the main unit Name Battery compartment The display Name Product type Moisture content in % ("6.1 How moisture content is defined") Display symbols Temperature display Page 3...
  • Page 4: The Display Symbols

    FS2 Operating Manual The display symbols Symbol Name Symbol Name Enter Change input level Down Back Change menu Enter numbers Enter data Enter letters View measurements Continue / go right Delete measurements Left On/off button, display light Save measured value The menus The device has three different menus: product selection, Data Log and main menu.
  • Page 5 Data Log menu Name Change menu Display illumination / device on/off Save measured value Show the last recorded values Main menu The main menu comprises the following menu items: • Edit Logs: Manual Logs, Clear Logs • Options: Date/Time, Language, Unlock, °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Materialcalibra- tion, Password, Reset •...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    FS2 Operating Manual Table of contents Your humimeter FS2 at a glance �������������������������������������������������� 2 The main unit ......................2 Rear of the main unit ....................3 The display ....................... 3 The display symbols ....................4 The menus ....................... 4 1�...
  • Page 7 5� The measuring process ������������������������������������������������� 16 Preparing a measurement ..............16 Taking a measurement ................17 Saving individual readings ..............18 Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time ..19 Viewing individual readings ..............21 Viewing individual readings from a series of measurements ....21 Deleting all measured values (data log) ..........
  • Page 8 FS2 Operating Manual 9.2.1 Checking the scale ................33 9.2.2 Checking the device ................33 Care instructions ................... 34 Cleaning the device ................35 10� Faults ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 36 11� Storage and disposal ���������������������������������������������������� 37 11.1 Storing the device ................. 37 11.2...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Introduction Information about this operating manual This operating manual is designed to enable you to use the humimeter FS2 safely and effectively. It is part of the device, has to be stored nearby and must be easily accessi- ble to users at all times.
  • Page 10: Symbols Used In This Manual

    FS2 Operating Manual Symbols used in this manual All of the safety information provided in this manual is shown with a corresponding symbol. ATTENTION It is essential to observe this warning. Non-compliance can lead to damage to property or equipment.
  • Page 11: For Your Safety

    For your safety The device complies with the following European directives: • Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) • Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) The device corresponds to state-of-the-art technology. However, it is still associated with a number of residual hazards. These hazards can be avoided through strict observance of our safety information.
  • Page 12: General Safety Information

    (4 weeks). • In case of damages or loose parts on the device, remove the batteries and con- tact Schaller GmbH or your dealer. All of the device’s technical features have been inspected and tested before delivery. Every device has a serial number. Do not remove the tag with the serial number.
  • Page 13: Making Sure That All Of The Components Have Been Included

    Making sure that all of the components have been included Make sure that all of the components have been included by checking the package contents against the following list: • humimeter FS2 • 4 pieces of AA Alkaline batteries • Digital scale 500 grams •...
  • Page 14: Using The Device - Basics

    FS2 Operating Manual Using the device - Basics Switching the device on • Press the  button for 3 seconds. • The display will then show the status indicator (figure 6). » After inserting the batteries, the device switches on automatically.
  • Page 15: Selecting The Product Type

    Selecting the product type To do so: The device has to be in the product selection menu (figure 9). For an overview of the different product types and the criteria for selecting them, please refer to "6. Product types". Press the  or button to move from one product type to the next...
  • Page 16: The Measuring Process

    FS2 Operating Manual The measuring process Preparing a measurement To do so: The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured. It is recommended to let your humimeter device adjust to the surrounding temperature of the material being measured for at least 30 minutes.
  • Page 17: Taking A Measurement

    Taking a measurement To do so: The device has to have nearly the same temperature than the product being measured. Fill the measuring cup with the filling quantity displayed in the product type name (+/- 1.0 g) (figure 15) (see "6.
  • Page 18: Saving Individual Readings

    FS2 Operating Manual Saving individual readings The device is configured in such a way that the device will save a reading every time a button is pressed. To do so: The device has to be in the Data Log menu (see "Data Log menu"...
  • Page 19: Saving Several Readings (A Measurement Series) At The Same Time

    Saving several readings (a measurement series) at the same time To do so: The device has to be in the Data Log menu (see "Data Log menu" page Take several measurements of the same sample material (see "5. The measuring process").
  • Page 20 FS2 Operating Manual » The display will show the following information: Name Name of the measurement series (editable) Temperature (average) Date & start time of the measurement series Date & end time fo the measurement series Number of saved readings...
  • Page 21: Viewing Individual Readings

    Viewing individual readings To do so: You must have saved a reading (e.g. 1 log) The display will now appear as shown in figure 25. Press Select the required reading. To do so, press » The display will now appear as shown in figure 26. »...
  • Page 22: Deleting All Measured Values (Data Log)

    FS2 Operating Manual Deleting all measured values (data log) To do so: You must have taken and saved one or several readings. Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Edit Logs (figure 31). To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Clear Logs (figure 32).
  • Page 23: Deleting Individual Values From A Single Series Of Measurements

    » The display will then show the meassage clear? (figure 37). Confirm by pressing » The value has been deleted. Deleting individual values from a single series of measurements To do so: You must have saved a series of measurements comprising at least 2 logs.
  • Page 24: Product Types

    FS2 Operating Manual Product types 300g Corn 300g hand Corn 300g Rye 300g Triticale 5 % - 40 % 5 % - 40 % 5 % - 28 % 5 % - 28 % 300g Wheat 300g Durum 300g Spelt Peeled...
  • Page 25: How Moisture Content Is Defined

    5 % - 18 % ! Only for testing the moisture meter ! On request, Schaller GmbH can develop customer-specific characteristic curves for spe- cial product types. It is also possible to subsequently enter optionally available charac- teristic curves into the device.
  • Page 26: Checking The Device's Status

    FS2 Operating Manual Checking the device's status Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Status. To do so, press and confirm by pressing » The display will then show the status indicator humimeter. » The display will show the following information:...
  • Page 27: Configuring The Device

    Configuring the device Adjust the date/time Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Date/Time. To do so, press and confirm by pressing » The display will now appear as shown in figure 44. »...
  • Page 28: Selecting A Language

    FS2 Operating Manual Selecting a language Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Language. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Navigate to the required language. To do so, press...
  • Page 29: Deactivating Options

    » The °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Materialcalibration, Password, Reset options are now activated. Press to leave the Options menu. Press to leave the main menu. Deactivating options Once the device has been switched restarted, the °C/°F, BL On Time, Auto Off Time, Mate- rialcalibration, Password, Reset options will be deactivated again.
  • Page 30: Reducing The Device's Power Consumption

    FS2 Operating Manual Reducing the device's power consumption 8.6.1 Configuring the display illumination time To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "8.3 Activating options"). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select BL On Time.
  • Page 31: Changing The Password

    Changing the password To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "8.3 Activating options"). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Password. To do so, press and confirm by pressing »...
  • Page 32: Resetting The Device To Its Factory Settings

    FS2 Operating Manual Resetting the device to its factory settings To do so: All of the options must be activated (see "8.3 Activating options"). Press twice or hold for 2 seconds. Select Options. To do so, press and confirm by pressing Select Reset.
  • Page 33: Checking The Calibration

    Checking the calibration The device’s calibration should be checked every four weeks. For the check, the optio- nally available test equipment (article no. 11758) is required. 9.2.1 Checking the scale Switch on the scale. Place the test weight on the scale (figure 52). The scale should show a value of 500.0 g now (figure 53).
  • Page 34: Care Instructions

    » The shown measuring value has to be between 11.5 and 12.5 (figure 57). If the displayed measuring value is out of this range, please contact Schaller GmbH or your dealer. Fill another 400 gram of glass beads into the measuring cup.
  • Page 35: Cleaning The Device

    Cleaning the device ATTENTION Do not clean with fluids Water or cleaning fluid getting inside the device can destroy the device. ► Only clean with dry materials. Plastic housing • Clean the plastic housing with a dry cloth. Measuring chamber •...
  • Page 36: Faults

    FS2 Operating Manual 10. Faults If the measures listed below fail to remedy any faults or if the device has faults not listed here, please contact Schaller GmbH. Fault Cause Remedy Measuring error The temperature of the ma- The temperature of the...
  • Page 37: Storage And Disposal

    11. Storage and disposal 11.1 Storing the device The device must be stored as follows: • Do not store outdoors. • Store in a dry and dust-free place. • Protect the device from sunlight. • Avoid mechanical shocks/loads. • Remove the batteries if the device isn´t used for a period of 4 weeks or longer •...
  • Page 38: Device Information

    FS2 Operating Manual 12. Device information 12.1 EC declaration of conformity DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY______ Schaller GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99 A – 8181 St. Ruprecht in accordance with the following Directives: EMV - Richtlinie 2014/30/EU, RoHS - Directives 2011/65/EG, hereby declare that the following product types:...
  • Page 39: Technical Data

    12.2 Technical data Display resolution 0.1 % moisture content, 0.5 °C/°F temperature Measuring range 5 % to 40 % moisture content (depending on product type) Operating temperature 0 °C to +40 °C Storage temperature -20 °C to +60 °C Temperature compensation Automatic Data memory Up to 10,000 measuring values Power supply...
  • Page 40 Paper / Board Schaller Messtechnik develops, produces and sells professional moisture meters and turnkey solutions. Schaller GmbH Max-Schaller-Straße 99, A - 8181 St. Ruprecht an der Raab Tel +43 (0)3178 - 28899 , Fax +43 (0)3178 - 28899 - 901 info@humimeter.com, www.humimeter.com...

Table of Contents